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By: isaac 2014-07-03 12:07:55

Kevin Mu is a great tour guide. He spoke Chinese and English to keep everyone informed. He is also a very experienced tour guide. This tour has covered a lot of attractions. I had a great time, thank ... More>>

By: Doreen 2013-06-10 00:56:39

This tour was actually run by L&L Tours. The second day was a bit confused since we have been asked to pack up our luggage in the morning. We were sent back to the same hotel at night. Everything ... More>>

By: Mehul 2012-07-06 16:34:29

This was my first tour with Taketours and I was satisfied with my expectations.
Good things:
1) Tour covers a lot of destination as mentioned in the iterinary trip on website.
2) Bus was AC and Hotel... More>>

Itinerary

New York (12 miles)

Flights can be booked into any of the three major New York City area airports. Guests flying to EWR can either take our shuttle to the hotel for some rest or go shopping at the Jersey Gardens Mall. Those flying into LGA or JFK before 3:00pm will have the opportunity to tour Flushing, Queens. All who arrive before 5:00pm have the option of joining a 3-hour Night Tour of the city. Shuttle service will be available from all airports. There will be an additional charge for those who arrive after 10:00pm.

Flushing, NYMore»This famous and historical New York neighborhood is best known for its flourishing Chinatown area, the second-largest in New York City and the most quickly growing. Today, it is even larger than the Chinatown in Manhattan.«Less

New York, NYMore»The Big Apple, The City That Never Sleeps, The Cultural Capital of the World... whatever you call New York City, its impact on worldwide culture and business is undeniable. Seeing this famous metropolis is something no one ever forgets!«Less

NYC Night TourMore»First we will visit Rockefeller Center, before moving on to Times Square, and then our last stop, an observation deck in New Jersey, offers romantic, panoramic views of New York City.«Less

Deluxe Hotel: Sheraton/Hilton/Doubletree/Radisson/Hotel Somerset/Crowne Plaza/Courtyard/Hilton Garden/Holiday Inn in New Jersey or similar

Day 2

Tour Options: Atlantic City or Woodbury Outlets or New York City Free Time

Option 1:

New York

Today, guests can explore New York City at their own leisure. They should return to the tour office to board the bus that will take them the hotel. There is also an optional night tour of the city for those who wish to see NYC at its brightest!

New York, NYMore»The Big Apple, The City That Never Sleeps, The Cultural Capital of the World... whatever you call New York City, its impact on worldwide culture and business is undeniable. Seeing this famous metropolis is something no one ever forgets!«Less

NYC Night TourMore»New York City is at its best at night! Join this special tour of the City that Never Sleeps and see for yourself the constant buzz and murmur always present under the eternally bright lights of the Big Apple.«Less

Option 2:

New York - West Point - Woodbury - New York (102 miles)

Today we will drive north of the city. Our first stop will be the famous military academy, West Point, in the town of West Point, NY. Here, we will learn about the Unites States' military history. From there, we will make our way to Woodbury Common Premium Outlets in Woodbury, NY for some bargain shopping. At the end of the day, we will return to the New York City area to spend the night.

West Point, NY

West Point Military AcademyMore»This famous military academy not far from New York City was established in 1802, making it the oldest in the country. In addition to the school, it is also home of the US military's oldest museum.«Less

New York - Atlantic City - New York (258 miles)

Today we will take a trip to New Jersey to spend a day in the famous casino town of Atlantic City, NJ! Enjoy the gambling and partying of this seaside town. Please note that all guests must be 21 years of age or older in order to participate. We will return to New York for the night.

Atlantic City, NJMore»This beautiful oceanfront city in southern New Jersey is known for its boardwalks, casinos, and nightlife. Whether you like gambling, shopping, sightseeing, or just spending your days laying lazily on the beach, Atlantic City has something for you!«Less

Deluxe Hotel: Sheraton/Hilton/Doubletree/Radisson/Hotel Somerset/Crowne Plaza/Courtyard/Hilton Garden/Holiday Inn in New Jersey or similar

Day 3

New York

Today we will spend the day touring New York City. Whether you know it as the Big Apple, the City That Never Sleeps, Gotham, or any of its other myriad nicknames, it is sure to be an excellent experience. Stops on our tour include Wall Street, Times Square, the Empire State Building, a guided tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, an exploration of the USS Intrepid Sea-Air-Space Museum, and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum (if time permits).

New York, NYMore»The Big Apple, The City That Never Sleeps, The Cultural Capital of the World... whatever you call New York City, its impact on worldwide culture and business is undeniable. Seeing this famous metropolis is something no one ever forgets!«Less

Empire State BuildingMore»One of the most recognizable landmarks in the word, this famous skyscraper is the second-tallest building in New York City. It was completed in 1931 and made a U.S. National Historic Landmark in 1986.«Less

Madame Tussauds Wax MuseumMore»Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum is a favorite attraction of people all over the world. Uncannily lifelike wax sculptures of figures both modern and historic decorate the halls of this museum, which dates back to London and 1836.«Less

Wall StreetMore»This famous street in New York City's Financial District has become synonymous with American financial enterprises. It is also the home of the New York Stock Exchange, and has been (or still is) the location of several other exchanges.«Less

Statue of Liberty CruiseMore»This boat ride through New York Harbor loops its way around Ellis Island, home of the Statue of Liberty. Ellis Island was the arrival point for immigrants to the East Coast of the US for decades.«Less

Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space MuseumMore»This famous military history museum on Manhattan's West Side is inside the now-defunct World War II aircraft carrier, the USS Intrepid. Exhibits include real military aircraft as well as recreations of military life aboard the ship.«Less

Times SquareMore»Called "The Crossroads of the World," this major intersection in midtown Manhattan-- where Broadway hits Seventh Avenue-- is a world-famous icon of both New York City and the United States. It has appeared in countless forms of media.«Less

The Metropolitan Museum of ArtMore»The Metropolitan Museum of Art is not just the largest art museum in the United States, but also one of the three biggest in the world. Its collection contains more than 2 million works of art.«Less

Deluxe Hotel: Sheraton/Hilton/Doubletree/Radisson/Hotel Somerset/Crowne Plaza/Courtyard/Hilton Garden/Holiday Inn in New Jersey or similar

Day 4

New York - Philadelphia - Washington DC (232 miles)

Today we will drive to Philadelphia, PA, the birthplace of the United States. Here, we will visit National Independence Park, which is home to the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, the hallowed location where the Declaration of Independence was signed, and this country was born. From there, we will continue on to Washington, DC, where we will see the US Capitol and take photographs from outside the White House. The city is known for its impressive monuments and memorials, and we will pay our respects at the Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam and Korean War Memorials, the Washington Monument, and the Jefferson Memorial. We will also be able to visit the National Air and Space Museum. There is also an available option to take a cruise of the Potomac River. We will spend the night in the DC area.

Philadelphia, PAMore»One of the most historically significant cities in the United States, Philadelphia was the original American capital. The City of Brotherly Love draws history buffs and lovers of culture from all corners of the globe!«Less

Liberty BellMore»The famously cracked Liberty Bell is a sign of American Independence and spirit. Located at Liberty Bell Center in Philadelphia, PA, this symbol of the American Revolution was crafted in 1752-- more than 250 years ago.«Less

Independence HallMore»One of Philadelphia's most famous landmarks, Independence Hall in Independence National Historical Park is the location where both the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were debated, written, and ratified by the Founding Fathers of the USA.«Less

National Independence ParkMore»This National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania serves as a way of preserving important Revolutionary War sites for future generations. Called "America's most historic square mile," this 55-acre park in the "Old City" district is not to be missed.«Less

Washington, DCMore»The capital of the United States of America sits on the scenic Potomac River. Monuments, museums, and Americana characterize this historic city, which is located in the District of Columbia between the states of Maryland and Virginia.«Less

Lincoln MemorialMore»This iconic American monument honors the 16th president of the United States. Abraham Lincoln was president during the American Civil War, and is most famous for the Emancipation Proclamation that freed all of the slaves in the US.«Less

National Air and Space MuseumMore»One of the Smithsonian Institute's museums in Washington, DC, the National Air and Space Museum chronicles the history of flight. From the Wright Brother to Buzz Aldrin, the exhibits at this museum explore all of humanity's air travels.«Less

Opening Hours: Open daily except December 25

Vietnam Veterans MemorialMore»This memorial in Washington, DC serves as a place to remember the American soldier who were lost or killed during the tumultuous Vietnam War. Originally controversial in design, the simple memorial has become a shrine for the American people.«Less

Korean War Veterans MemorialMore»This memorial commemorates those who served for the United States in the Korean War. It is located south of the Reflecting Pool at the National Mall. The simple memorial is triangular in shape will a circle at the top.«Less

White HouseMore»The world-famous White House in Washington, DC is the official residence of the president of the United States and the place where most of the work is done. The facade of this neoclassical mansion is a global icon.«Less

US CapitolMore»The famous United States Capitol is the meeting place of the US Congress, and has been for more than 200 years. The building is famous for its elaborate dome and intricately designed, detailed columns.«Less

Potomac River CruiseMore»The Potomac River runs along Washington, DC, the capital city of the United States of America. Visitors to this famous locale can opt to see many of the area's most historic landmarks and memorials in a unique way.«Less

Washington DC - Corning - Niagara Falls (428 miles)

Driving through the hilly countrysides of Pennsylvania and New York state, we will enjoy the rural scenery as we head north to visit the Corning Glass Museum in Corning, NY. We will then continue on to Niagara Falls, NY where we will take the famous Maid of the Mist boat ride (or Jet Boat), see the Adventure Movie and Thundering Water Cultural Show. Guests can then choose either to stay in the Falls Park for self-exploration or have an in-depth tour that includes visits to the Whirlpool State Park and Old Fort Niagara.

Corning, NY

Corning Museum of GlassMore»This non-profit museum run by Corning Glass Works explores the science behind glassmaking the history of the art throughout human cultures. It contains tens of thousands of significant objects, some as much as 3,500 years old.«Less

Opening Hours: (Closed on January 1, Thanksgiving Day, December 24, December 25)

Niagara Falls, NYMore»Known and loved for both their power and their beauty, the Niagara Falls offer an experience unlike any other. More water tumbles down from the Niagara River every minute than any other place in the world.«Less

Maid of the MistMore»This famous boat ride gets passengers up close and personal with the Niagara Falls! The Maid rides right into the mists thrown up by the roaring cascade as the Niagara River tumbles over the edge of the falls.«Less

Jet Boat RideMore»These exciting boat rides take passengers on a thrilling trip down the Niagara River! This 45-minute round-trip ride zooms through the Niagara Gorge, and even takes passengers to the famous Whirlpool rapids, all of a custom-built jet boat.«Less

Niagara Falls Adventure MovieMore»This movie, which guests will view on an impressive 45-foot-wide screen, tells the history of human interaction with the falls, focusing largely on the "daredevils" who have crossed, boated, and even jumped off them.«Less

Thundering Water Cultural ShowMore»Niagara, like many impressive wonders of nature, is a sacred place for the local Native American people. This show uses dance as a storytelling medium through which to showcase the impact that the falls have had on native culture.«Less

Niagara Falls In-Depth TourMore»This interesting and exciting fuller tour of the greater Niagara area takes guests to sights they otherwise may not see, such as the impressive water formation at Whirlpool State Park or the historic Old Fort Niagara.«Less

Old Fort NiagaraMore»This impressive fort traces its colorful history back to 1678 and the establishment of the colony of New France in what would become the northeastern United States. This centuries-old building is a National Historic Landmark of the US.«Less

Niagara Falls - Niagara Falls Canada - Toronto (83 miles)

We will continue our tour Niagara Falls by heading into Canada to take the Hornblower Cruise boat ride and see an informational movie at the IMAX Theater. We will also ascend the Skylon Tower. The tour then departs for Toronto, ON, one of Canada's largest cities. There we will visit the CN Tower and guests will have the option to take a Lake Ontario Cruise. During the winter when the cruise is not running, we will instead visit Casa Loma. We will have dinner in historical Chinatown.

Niagara Falls Canada, CanadaMore»Known and loved for both their power and their beauty, the Niagara Falls offer an experience unlike any other. More water tumbles down from the Niagara River every minute than any other place in the world.«Less

Skylon TowerMore»This observation tower on the Canadian side of Niagara Falls offers a bird's-eye views of one of the world's favorite natural wonders. The tower stands 520 feet from street level and 775 feet from the bottom of the falls.«Less

Rainbow BridgeMore»The Rainbow Bridge across the Niagara River connects Niagara, Ontario to Niagara, New York. It is an international landmark and impressive architectural feat. In addition to private vehicles, pedestrians and bikes can cross the bridge for a small toll.«Less

Niagara Falls IMAXMore»This amazing movie experience, presented on an unbelievable IMAX screen, chronicles more than 12,000 years of history and examines human interaction with the falls from ancient time through the people-- like you-- who come to see them today.«Less

Hornblower Niagara CruiseMore»Get ready to get wet: this world-famous boat ride takes passengers as close to the falls as it is possible to get. Formerly Maid of the Mist, Hornblower now runs Niagara cruise operations on the Canadian side of the Falls.«Less

Skylon Revolving Restaurant LunchMore»The impressive Skylon Tower, jutting into the air above Niagara Falls, features the Revolving Dining Room, a one-of-a-kind eatery the makes a full revolution every hour. Sitting just below the observation deck, guests can enjoy views and food!«Less

Toronto, ONMore»The capital of the province of Ontario, Toronto is the largest city in Canada. It is perched on the shores of beautiful Lake Ontario. This historic city combines modern innovation with traditional Canadian culture and style.«Less

Lake Ontario CruiseMore»Lake Ontario Cruises offer gorgeous views of the city of Toronto from the waters of Lake Ontario, one of the famous Great Lakes of North America. See the city of Toronto and the surrounding area in a new way!«Less

Toronto City HallMore»This unique building complex is one of the most famous in Toronto, and also the home of the city's municipal government. The Toronto City Hall offers self-guided tours which are available in five languages (including English).«Less

University of TorontoMore»Routinely placed in the top 30 institutions of higher learning in the world, the University of Toronto has been educating the masses since 1827. Widely considered the best university in Canada, it is known for its pioneering research.«Less

Casa LomaMore»This century-old Gothic-style house in Toronto was originally the home of financier Sir Henry Mill Pellatt. Today, it serves as a museum that showcases the history of life in Toronto and what life was like in the early 1900s.«Less

CN TowerMore»Toronto's CN Tower is a Canadian icon and one of the most recognizable North American buildings. Made entirely of concrete, this massive monolith was the tallest structure in the world at the time of its completion in 1976.«Less

Ontario Legislative BuildingMore»The Ontario Legislative Building in Toronto, Ontario, Canada is the seventh structure to function as the parliamentary building of the province of Ontario. This impressive building is in the Richardsonian Romanesque architectural style and was built in 1893.«Less

ChinatownMore»One of the largest Chinatowns in North America is located in downtown Toronto, Ontario. Toronto contains several Chinatowns. This one is the oldest, dating back to the 1870s, and the historical area features many authentic groceries, restaurants, and shops.«Less

Toronto Chinese DinnerMore»Treat yourself to a specialty dinner in one of the largest Chinatowns in the Western Hemisphere! Freshly-cooked meats and vegetables decorate the windows of the esteemed restaurants, from whole cooked ducks to beef ribs and so much more. Enjoy!«Less

Toronto - Thousand Islands - Ottawa - Montreal (411 miles)

In the morning, we will leave Toronto for the Thousand Islands. Here, we will take a Boat Tour of the area that will pass by some of this beautiful archipelago's most famous landmarks. Then, we will continue on to Ottawa, ON, where we will visit Parliament Hill, the center of Canadian government. From there, we will journey to Montreal, QC to see the Olympic Stadium and Tower and Old Montreal. This is also where we will spend the night.

Thousand Islands, ONMore»An international tourism destination situated between Canada and the United States along the St. Lawrence River. The region takes its name from the more than 1,000 islands that dot the lakes and rivers along this international waterway.«Less

Thousand Islands CruiseMore»In addition to taking in the scenery, passengers on boat tours of this area can learn some of the history of the region-- which was once home to pirates and bootleggers-- and enjoy views of some famous spots.«Less

Thousand Islands Cruise BreakfastMore»Guests on the magnificent boat tour of the Thousand Islands Region in the gorgeous St. Lawrence Seaway can enjoy a continental breakfast unlike any other. As the boat takes you to some of the famous sights, enjoy a hearty meal.«Less

Ottawa, ONMore»Located on the Ottawa River in eastern Ontario, Canada's capital city is also its center of technology and politics. This historic city features many museums, art galleries, and performance centers as well as other attractions like the Rideau Canal.«Less

Parliament HillMore»Parliament Hill, located on the banks of the Ottawa River Canada's capital city, is home to the Canadian Parliament. The gorgeous location and dramatic architecture make this a huge tourist location-- more than 3 million people come every year.«Less

Montreal, QCMore»Montreal, Quebec is the second-largest city in Canada, and the center of French Canadian culture. Called "Canada's Cultural Capital," Montreal offers much to see and do, whether you are looking to explore history or the arts.«Less

Olympic Stadium and TowerMore»The "tower" portion of this Stadium, which was originally constructed for the 1976 Olympics, is the tallest inclined tower in the world, stretching 574 feet into the air. This enormous building has a capacity of 78,322.«Less

Old MontrealMore»The neighborhood in Montreal, Quebec known as "Old Montreal" is the oldest area of the city, with some structures dating as far back as New France settlements. The area contains many museums as well as sightseeing opportunities.«Less

Montreal BiodomeMore»The Montreal Biodome was originally constructed in 1973 for the Montreal Olympic games as an area for track cycling and judo events known as a velodrome. The building was converted into a zoo and nature museum in 1992.«Less

Montreal - Quebec - Boston (553 miles)

In the morning, we will leave Montreal and drive to the nearby city of Quebec City, QC, where we will visit the Citadelle of Quebec. From there, we will cross the border back into the US, making our way to Boston, MA in time for a Lobster Dinner. After, we will head back for Boston.

Quebec City, QCMore»Quebec City is one of the oldest cities in North America. It was founded by Samuel de Champlain in 1608, and some of the architecture in Old Quebec dates back centuries. The Château Frontenac is the most famous landmark.«Less

Citadelle of QuebecMore»The first wall of the Citadelle of Quebec was built in the 17th century and added to by the British in 1820. The fort was used by the British starting in 1745 to defend against a possible American rebellion.«Less

Boston, MAMore»Boston is a city as beautiful as it is historically significant. Visitors can walk the Freedom Trail and see where the seeds of the American Revolution were sown or visit the North End and look out over the harbor.«Less

Boston Lobster DinnerMore»(The lobster dinner is on a Chinese restaurant style) New England is known for its lobster. Having a lobster dinner in Boston is certainly on many a visitor's to-do list.«Less

Boston - New York (214 miles)

Today we will take a city tour of Boston, beginning with Trinity Church. Next we will explore the campuses of Harvard University and MIT. Then we will take a relaxing Boston Harbor Cruise giving us a breathtaking view of the city from the water. After spending the day in Boston, guests may choose to either leave from there or head back to New York. See "Departure and Return Details" for information on when to book flights.

Boston, MAMore»Boston is a city as beautiful as it is historically significant. Visitors can walk the Freedom Trail and see where the seeds of the American Revolution were sown or visit the North End and look out over the harbor.«Less

Quincy MarketMore»Quincy Market in the Faneuil Hall marketplace of downtown Boston is a historic building that still serves as a souvenir marketplace and food court today. The area has expanded to include two other marketplace buildings as well.«Less

Boston Harbor CruiseMore»See the famous Boston skyline like never before with a cruise of Boston Harbor. From the peak of the Prudential tower to the quaint North End, this beautiful and historic city is best viewed from the bay!«Less

Harvard UniversityMore»One of the most famous institutions of higher learning in the world, Harvard University in Cambridge, MA has been standing since 1636, making it the oldest university in the United States. Tourists come for both history and the architecture.«Less

MITMore»The Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Massachusetts is a research university known the world over for its highly selective and intense academics, and MIT alumni include 24 Nobel Prize winners and 22 Rhodes Scholars.«Less

Trinity ChurchMore»Trinity Church is located in Boston's upscale Back Bay neighborhood. It is a parish of the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts, and the elaborate and ornate building has become a landmark and icon in downtown Boston.«Less

In the winter months, we will visit the Corning Glass Museum instead of the Thousand Islands.

Price Includes

8 nights hotel accomodations

Transportation via air-conditioned vehicle

Airport pick up from JFK/LGA/EWR and drop off on the last day. Complimentary transfer (excluded service fee $8/per person) is available between 9:00am and 10:00pm. Outside this time, guests will be charged $120 (first 1-2 guests) and $10 for each additional guest.

If you would like to join the optional activities, please pay the fee in cash to the tour guide. You cannot buy / use the tickets on your own or use City Passes. The tour guide will arrange the tickets for the group.

Service Fees: Minimum $8 / day / person should be paid in cash to tour guide and the bus driver as a service fee. Any child / Infant reserving a seat will have to pay the service fees as well. Ex: 2 people taking a 2-day tour would pay: $8 x 2 (seats) x 2 (days) = $32.

Additional Note

City passes are not accepted during an escorted tour due to the fact that they do not correspond into the tour schedule. The group entrance tickets provided by tour guides have fast lane and tour guides accompany passengers for activities.

Bus Arrangement: Usually only passengers in the same order will be arranged in the same bus. If you book the tour separately with your friends and you want to sit in the same bus, you need to inform us before departure . Or you may be arranged in different buses.

Itineraries are subject to change due to the weather, transportation and other conditions, in order to provide the best experience for you.

Customers are held solely responsible for their own travel documents and/or visas if required.

Hotel rooms: Each hotel room can accommodate no more than 4 guests (adults or children), and existing bedding must be used

Language: All tours are escorted by professional bi- or multi-lingual tour and/or driver guides (English/Chinese). Depending on the number of passengers booked for a particular departure, tours and/or languages may be combined to operate the tours.

Policies

Confirmation

All purchases are subject to re-confirmation within 2-3 business days after booking. Please do not book the airline tickets until you received the confirmation.

Redemption

Complete operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, is included on your e-ticket. You must print the e-tickets and take them along on your trip; they are your proof of purchase.

Terms & Condition

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Booking changes
A fee may be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed. Name changes or corrections may be treated as a cancellation and cancellation fees will apply. A change of tour date or tour itinerary may be treated as a cancellation, and normal cancellation fees will apply. Please be noted that we do not allow departure change 48 hours before departure.

Cancellations and Cancellation Fees
Regardless of reason, cancellations result in costly charges from our travel and hotel providers covering penalties and fees incurred by canceling confirmed and pending bookings. Therefore, cancellation penalties and or fees will apply. Time of cancellation will be determined when notice is received and confirmed by our office. Notice of cancellation must be made directly to Taketours by email or through web mail at Contact Us .

Tour Departure: This tour has 100% guaranteed departure; if the tour is cancelled there will be refund of 120%. Restrictions apply; due to weather conditions, State Emergencies, Airport Closures or anything beyond the control of the tour operator the 120% refund will NOT apply.

Cancellation penalties per person for tours last 5 or more days

Up to 46 days prior to departure - 10% of total purchase
amount.

21-45 days prior to departure - 25% of total purchase
amount.

8-20 days prior to departure - 50% of total purchase
amount.

1-7 days prior to departure - 100% of total purchase
amount.

Day of departure or no show - 100% per person.

Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit
entire payment.

There is 6% handling fee add-on to the above
penalties.

NOTE: We cannot grant any refunds more than 30 days after completion of tour.

Itinerary Variations
We constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary - we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. At certain peak periods duplicate departures may operate, and sometimes in reverse order in which case hotels may vary from those stated on the itinerary pages.

Tour Cancellation:
We reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure* of the tour, Taketours' only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the tour booking. We will try to re-book the same or similar tour.. Please note that we are not liable for any cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements including air tickets purchased separately from customers.

We are not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations.

Popular FAQs

We currently offer Buy 2 get 3rd Free promotion and the rate in the shopping cart has been adjusted automatically to reflect this discount. If you have 3 people sharing one room, when booking online, you need to enter 3 people so you will get three seats and one room. There's no difference for adult rate and child rate. If you have 4 people sharing one room, you will need to enter 4 people, so you will get 3rd one for free. Again, the price will be automatically adjusted.

Optional activities admission fee is not included in the tour price, but the tour guide will arrange activities for passengers during the tour. If passengers are interested in activities,they can pay cash directly to the tour guide on the tour.

When booking the tour online, under "Price a Trip, Book now", you will find an option - "Do you need to extend hotel stay?"
By clicking on "Yes" you can enter the date you need for extended hotel and decide the hotel option.

Meals are not included in the tour price but the tour guide will arrange meal stops. Normally the tour stops at shopping plaza or food court where passengers can see a few options and decide their own meals. For breakfast, if the hotel has complimentary service, the tour guide will inform passengers upon check-in.

The places where we make stops for meals have different variety of food selections including vegetarian options.
At Niagara Falls there are several Indian restaurants, where passengers can choose from.

Departure information, including time and location, is listed in the “Departure And Return Details” section of the tour itinerary. There is a link to a map online as well. Also, e-Ticket will include full pick-up time and location information. Once the booking is done online, you will receive eTicket in your email.

We appreciate our customers feedback. Once you complete the tour, TakeTours will send you an email regarding your travel experience. By submitting a review or photo taken during the trip, you will be able to earn 100 points.
How do I redeem my loyalty points?
Simply log in to your TakeTours account and select the product you wish to buy. Add the product to your shopping cart to see how many points are needed to purchase it. If you have enough points to purchase the product, select "yes" to pay by points.

Taketours/Gotobus is a complete online travel company and uses a completely secure and automated booking system, therefore we can only accept bookings made online, using an authorized and valid credit card/debit card (visa,mastercard and amex)and paypal, check (by fax or mail) and money order (by mail).

All the tour available dates are listed online under "Departure Date" drop-down menu. As long as you can select the date online and complete the booking, that means that date is available. You can also refer to the calendar. All the available dates are shown in blue color.
The tour gets sold out fast so we encourage to book the tour in advance.

For local tours, please arrive at the pick-up location stated on your eTicket 20 minutes in advance. The tour bus will have the name of the trip placed on the bus front window.
For tours with airport pick up. Airport greet and meet: Your tour escort will be wearing a yellow uniform and holding a sign with your name. Domestic arrivals, your tour escort will wait at the baggage claim area/outside of the arrival's (restricted) area. International arrivals, your tour escort will wait just outside of customs exit.

No. You do not. E-Ticket will be automatically emailed to you after you complete your booking online. All you need to do is to bring a valid picture ID along with a printout of eTicket you receive to board the scheduled bus.

You will find an electronic brochure for each tour on our website describing all activities and itineraries. Printed brochures are not available. If you do not find adequate information about a tour on our website, please contact our online help.
Contact customer support

If you want to cancel this tour, you can see the tour's cancellation policy on the same itinerary page. To complete the cancellation policy, you can e-mail to support@taketours.com. Your refund request will be answered and processed promptly. If you do not receive any reply, that means your request is not processed. Please contact us immediately.

Customer Q & As

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Q:

Hello:
I would like to ask if there is a chance that the tour could be given in spanish??
Best Regardsby Pablo on 2012-12-27

A:

This tour will only be conducted in English and Chinese. But if you want spanish tours, please kindly refer to this link:
http://www.taketours.com/new-york-ny/9-dias-eastern-wonders-tour-desde-new-york-spanish-828-1635.html

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Kevin Mu is a great tour guide. He spoke Chinese and English to keep everyone informed. He is also a very experienced tour guide. This tour has covered a lot of attractions. I had a great time, thank you!

This tour was actually run by L&L Tours. The second day was a bit confused since we have been asked to pack up our luggage in the morning. We were sent back to the same hotel at night. Everything got better from day3. We had the same tour guide - Carlton and driver - Martin. They were great. Carlton spoke three different language - Cantonese, Mandarin and English to keep everyone inform. He is also a very experience tour guide. Martin has very good driving skill. This tour has covered a lot of attractions. My husband and I had a great time. thank you

This was my first tour with Taketours and I was satisfied with my expectations.
Good things:
1) Tour covers a lot of destination as mentioned in the iterinary trip on website.
2) Bus was AC and Hotels were really nice.
3) Bus stops at downtown areas and gives around <1 hour for walking tour. Best part is we dont need to worry for parking, driving.
4) Guide gives restroom break at every 2 to 3 hours.
5) Good Communication about every day plan.
Note, in this tour,
1) Tour starts mostly 7 AM every day and comes to hotel at evening after 8.30 or 9 PM so not much time to rest in the hotel.
2) Tour covers attraction which has full price ticket but it gives only about 1.5 to 2 Hour max to see which may not be enough for everyone for every attraction
3) Make sure to see customer review of all attraction before you go on this tour so you dont get disappointed. (All are optional)
Overall i was satisfied

This is my second trip with Gotobus and I find their tour value for money. On this trip, our tour leader is Carlton. We find him very knowledgeable. Though alot of time is spend travelling on the road, Carlton would constantly feed us with info on the historical background of all the places we would visit. Overall we thoroughly enjoy the trip, especially Washington DC and Niagara Falls.The hind side to the tour is that part of the trip in Canada takes up alot of travelling. Imagine travelling for 4 hours to a destination and spend 2 hours sightseeing and then travel another 4 hours to the next hotel. It is quite tiring. It will be good if more time can be allocated for sight seeing. Perhaps make it a 12 or 14 day trip would be ideal.

This is our first tour to the East Coast. Charlene is our USA tour guide and Andy was Canada tour guide. They were both very informative and helpful whatever we asked. With a 9 day trip to US and Canada, this is very long trip and they did their best to accommodate a whole group of tourists. They were very patient and caring to each family. Also the drivers drove so smoothly and safely. They were so helpful with us. The trip was well worth it. Just sit tight, relax and enjoy the scenery. Take lots of pictures. Nine day trip went so quickly. We made friends on the way. Everyone was so happy to see breathtaking views, so green scenery, wonderful museums, exciting cruises, and had delicious lunch together with other tourist families. After all this is a vacation why make it difficult for everyone. The last day of the trip was so sad. We waved goodbye to the friends. We took the trip in July so it was so warm and humid so prepare to bring lots of water bottles, a good pair of shoes, comfortable clothes, sun glasses and hat. One of the most expenses that we spent was buying water. To my family, we didn't have enough time at Quebec City. The city is so beautiful. It has a lot of charming houses, arts stores, cobble stones and historic towns and we had to hurry back to the group luncheon so we missed a lot of places and didn't enough time to buy the postcard from Quebec. It's one of the hobbies I do is collect postcards from all the places that I visit. I feel really bad because I don't know when I will come back. Besides that, other places were short of time too, but it's ok since we didn't really miss much. Notice: Make sure you have enough cash to pay for the admission fees and service fees. All the activities are optional so if you don't want to join, you can walk around the city, but you will miss a lot of things.
The first day was so bothersome. Most of the tourists didn't know which bus/seats to go to so the tourists were all over and asked the guides. There was no line so everyone was kind of pushes his/her way to find out the answer. That was awful. Maybe, there should be a sign "Line Here". Another thing that we like is every day we were all rotated the seating chart so everyone has a chance to sit in the front. No one complained.